| ZIP Code | 01901 |
|---|---|
| City | Lynn |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 339/781 |
| Elevation | 10 ft |
| Latitude | 42.460419 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.946379 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.63 |
| Below Poverty | 40.6% ▲ 306% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.8% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 55% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 53 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 256 (17.4%) |
| Some College | 401 (27.2%) |
| Associates | 104 (7.1%) |
| Bachelors | 66 (4.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 594 (40.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $27,561 ▼ 64% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $343,200 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 12.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,193/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,289 |
| Vacant Units | 132 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,289 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 132 |
| Owner Occupied | 3.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 96.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.63 |
ZIP code 01901 is located in Lynn, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 1,934, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.8 years. Economically, 01901 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $27,561 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01901 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $343,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,193 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 96.6% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 9% since 2019.
The population of 01901 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 40.3%. Residents are well-educated — 44.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 40.6%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01901 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 01901 in Lynn, MA is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 1,934 residents, a median household income of $27,561, and a median home value of $343,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.